Abstract: A system and method for providing a remedial video support group is disclosed. The system utilizes a patient terminal that provides voice, sound and data capabilities to medical patients. A caregiver, having a caregiver terminal, is provided with medical records and personal information regarding each individual within a group of patients having the same, or similar illness. The caregiver schedules a specific time for a live video conference that all selected patients are invited to attend via their terminals. The live video conference addresses the symptoms and progression of the illness shared by individuals within the group, and treatment of the illness, as well as mental anguish and personal experiences. The terminals are also used to ensure that the patient is performing proper treatment methods in addressing the illness in accordance with prescribed medical care.

Abstract: In the art of manufacturing alkaline glasses in electric resistance furnaces, improved results are obtained by use of a porous insulating blanket formed from granulated or aggregated raw batch and by conforming the interior of the furnace to the currents within the melt and permitting the formed gaseous components to escape the rough the porous insulating blanket.

Abstract: A method of casting concrete blocks having a fractured face. A pattern or frame is embedded in a mass of concrete within a mold and after the mass is compacted within the mold and about the frame, the frame is moved relative to the compacted mass so as to randomly fracture the concrete mass between the elements of the frame. The frame together with a portion of the fractured mass are removed from the finished block.